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Vagina always hurts after sex!

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So I have been with my partner for six years and every time we have sex afterwards it burns and sometimes itches, so bad even that I have to take a bath afterwards every time, no time for cuddling after either straight to the tub! I know its not a STD we are each others firsts and I have been checked many times. My husband is very large.. well im assuming 9 inches is large seeings how its the only one Iv seen, lol but hes thick too and still growing ya its nice n all but im not sure if its his size or not. I haven't told my Dr. because im kinda embarrassed and I dont want to here her say hes just to big for me, that would mean my sex life will end in pain for the rest of my life :( I did manage to squeeze a 8.5 lb baby outta there though last year, of cores I got stitches. But what could it be. Iv tried lub, condoms, vagasil after, even Preparation H on it afterward,i know weird but I was desperate. And we always warm up first too. What could it be anyone else have this issue?

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You should really go to your OBGYN and discuss the issue. You could have a number of skin conditions that may be treatable. If there's itching, it could also be bacterial. That can easily be cured with a round of antibiotics.
I had a similar issue and needed a hormonal cream to sort of 'toughen' up the skin so I wouldn't tear. It's not comfortable to go and discuss these things, but that's what they are there for.
If sex is enjoyable rather than painful, I doubt it's a large equipment issue ;) If it is, then I can only recommend different positions. If you're on top, you can control the depth and movement better.
Good luck figuring out the issue, but I highly recommend getting checked out.

Burning and itching is not always a sign of infection. The pudendal nerve ends in the vulva and when that nerve becomes compressed or irritated it can cause pain or itching. Intercourse may be causing the nerve to flare up. You should definitely talk to your physician to rule out infection and discuss possible treatments.

Are you currently pregnant? During pregnancy, you may experience increased blood flow and edema of the genitals which can cause your vagina to become swollen. Sometimes after a perineal repair nerve endings can remain exposed which can cause pain & itching. I would definintely mention it to your doctor. I would also consider seeing a physical therapist who specializes in women's health. They are trained to treat pelvic pain and specialize in painful intercourse (a condition called dyspareunia) and have very high success rates!

I'm going through this now myself, it just started a few days ago. It comes and goes. I'm currently pregnant though it didn't happen during the first pregnancy. My husband also has a very large penis. we have foreplay, the pain isn't during sex it's the next day.

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